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WELCOME TO ST. JOHN’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 223 West College Avenue, Bluffton, OH   45817 July 25, 2021 Ninth Sunday after Pentecost  Rev. Katherine Beckett (567-226-1009)  Church (419-358-5641) E-mail:      blufftonstjohnsucc@gmail.com Website:    http://www.blufftonstjohns.com ______________________________ No matter who you are or where … Continue reading →

The story of the “loaves and fishes” is one of the most beloved of all Bible stories. The hungry crowds, the presence of children, the abundance left over–it is easy to get pulled into the warmth and joy of this … Continue reading →

WELCOME TO ST. JOHN’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 223 West College Avenue, Bluffton, OH   45817 July 18, 2021 Eighth Sunday after Pentecost  Rev. Katherine Beckett (567-226-1009)  Church (419-358-5641) E-mail:      blufftonstjohnsucc@gmail.com Website:    http://www.blufftonstjohns.com ______________________________ No matter who you are or where … Continue reading →

Today’s scripture tells the story of the Ark of the Covenant, the holy place where scripture was kept (and kept moving) in ancient times. The ark helped the people to see that God’s Word was on the move. Like our … Continue reading →

            The recent heat has reminded us all that summer has arrived.  Summer is often thought of as a time to slow down, take a break, go on vacation.  Church life tends to slow down as well, not as many … Continue reading →

If you would like to furnish special music, or if you have suggestions of persons to offer for special music, please contact the church office at 419-358-5641. Music is a very important part of the worship services, and we would … Continue reading →

Congratulations to all of the grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends of members of our congregation who have finished their course work in high schools and universities across the nation. Congratulations, also, to Bluffton High School graduates who persevered … Continue reading →

On Sunday, June 6, St. John’s begins its summer hours which continue through Labor Day Sunday, September 5: Sunday School begins at 9 a.m., and Worship begins at 10 a.m. Please give yourself a reminder so that you will arrive … Continue reading →